Anita Diane Banach (nee: Craig) 48, of Grafton passed away Saturday June 23, 2012 at home following a short illness. She was born January 21, 1964 in Elyria. Anita had worked as a Service Manager at Gunn Honda in San Antonio, TX. She loved spending time with her family, reading, and strengthening her relationship with Christ. Anita enjoyed new business opportunities, and was a lover of animals. She is survived by her husband of twelve years; Leo, a daughter; Rachel Cunningham of New York, NY a step daughter; Jennifer Banach and a step son; James Banach both of Lorain. Additional survivors include her mother; Elsie Craig (nee: Anderson) of Elyria, two sisters; Susan M. Lewis (Ronald) of LaGrange, Kathy Craig (Scott Mizen) of Grafton, a half brother; Richard Craig of Crestwood, KY, and several nieces. She was preceded in death by her father; Bartlett Craig. Friends may call 4-7 PM Wednesday June 27, 2012 at The Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home and Cremation Service 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd. (at State Rt. 57 ) Elyria (440)322-4626 where funeral services will be at 11:00 AM Thursday June 28, 2012. Pastor Laurie Miller will officiate. Burial will be at Brookdale Cemetery in Elyria. Memorial contributions in Anita's memory can be made at any FirstMerit Bank branch. Online condolences can be expressed at www.laubenthalmercado.com Service: 11:00 AM Thursday June 28, 2012 Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Elyria, Ohio Visitation: 4-7 PM Wednesday June 27, 2012 Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Elyria, Ohio